Boston to Newton is roughly 10 miles, meaning it falls under a local move. But the truth is, some local moves test a moving company or crew in ways that have nothing to do with the distance, and this case study is an example.

We completed a residential move from Boston to Newton, MA, that involved two pianos, handled by our 6-person crew with two trucks. More details ahead!

“We had to move two pianos and our furniture. We were super worried about how they’re going to manage without any damage to our pianos, but the 617 Boston Movers team did a really great job. We got our pianos and belongings in the same condition as we handed them in during the move. Thank you for the service.”

— George5-star review

Boston, MA to Newton, MA Move At a Glance

Why Two Pianos Changed Everything Despite Short Distance

While the distance may look like no big deal for moving, a single piano move itself demands a specific skill set. However, over here, there were two pianos in the same job, which made moving challenging, irrespective of the shorter distance.

A grand piano and a baby grand piano are not interchangeable when it comes to handling them. While baby grand pianos are lighter and shorter, they still carry the same structural fragility. You have to take care of the exposed soundboard, delicate internal stringing, and a body that reacts badly if it’s tilted at the wrong angle.

On the other hand, the grand piano comes with more weight, a longer body to navigate through the hallways and doorways, and a narrower margin of error during transport. Moving either piano on its own needed us to disassemble the lid, pedal lyre, music desk, and legs, along with careful rigging onto a piano board. And this process had to be repeated twice in the same move without damaging a single part.

Our 6 Crew Members Led by Dacian and Dorin

Considering the services and the challenge of moving two pianos, Dacian and Dorin led the crew. Our team split the piano work between them rather than tackling both instruments as a single combined task. One took care of the disassembly and boarding of the grand piano, while the other prepared the baby grand piano for its own transport sequence. Doing so allowed us to keep both pianos moving in parallel, eventually speeding up the move timeline.

Since there were six crew members, the other staff handled floor protection, wrapping, and loading the remaining household items while the piano specialists stayed focused on the instruments.

Both pianos were loaded into separate trucks because keeping the grand and baby grand pianos apart during transport reduced the risk of any shifting of the load that could possibly affect the instruments. Furthermore, this also helped with unloading in Newton without one piano blocking access to another.

Full Furniture Wrapping & Floor Protection: How We Took Care Of It

While the pianos tend to take the spotlight (especially when two are involved), the furniture in the house still needed the same level of care.

Every piece of furniture leaving the Boston property was wrapped properly before it touched the moving truck. At 617 Boston Movers, our standards for protecting your belongings remain the same, irrespective of the price of the move. Therefore, we ensured stretch wrap and moving blankets went on cabinets, tables, dressers, or any other piece of furniture that was exposed. Doing so allowed us to avoid dents and scuffs when the furniture shifted slightly while the driver was taking turns.

Additionally, floor protection went down at both the Boston and Newton homes before any loading or unloading process began. We covered doorframes and stairwells to prevent scratches and scuffing on the tile and hardwood. By the time our crew completed the job, both properties looked exactly as they did before anyone showed up.

Move Cost & Breakdown of $3,900

We understand the price may come off as quite on the higher side. Usually, a basic move with a shorter distance should typically cost between $800 to $2,000. But here’s the thing. This particular move sat well above the range for a few clear reasons:

  • Two pianos were involved, hence the crew size increased.
  • In order to also include furniture along with the pianos, two trucks were required.

The overall $3,900 included more than just moving two pianos. The cost covered:

  • 6-person crew for the duration of the move.
  • Two moving trucks.
  • Loading and unloading of the belongings, including full disassembly, boarding, transportation, and reassembly for both pianos.
  • Complete furniture wrapping.
  • Floor protection at both Boston and Newton.

The client received this figure as a single quote before the move began. The price did not change on the move day, nor did any add-on charges come as a surprise later. When we say we offer transparent pricing, we mean every word.

How The Day Looked At The End of the Move

By the time our crew unloaded the moving trucks in Newton, both pianos were reassembled and put back in position by our other team members. Every wrapped piece of furniture arrived without a scratch. Most importantly, we left the Boston property in the same clean condition as when we entered.

When two pianos are involved in a single move, the pressure is of a different kind compared to a normal household relocation. It is not even about the volume. It’s about handling two instruments where the client’s emotions may be involved. It’s not something that can be easily fixed or replaced with a quick trip to the store if something goes wrong. That’s why splitting the piano work between two of our experienced crew leads allowed us to complete this move successfully.

Our crew also received a positive response from the client by the time this move was complete. And that was when we took a sigh of relief, when we were finally sure the client was happy.

Note: We never leave unless you have checked everything properly. We allow you to take your time assessing if everything is intact, if there is any damage, or if something is missing. Our crew will be there if anything feels off or if you might need assistance.

Planning a Move in the Boston Area?

If you’re looking for a professional moving company, 617 Boston Movers handles residential and commercial moves throughout Massachusetts. We also offer interstate moving if that’s something you are looking for. Our crew takes care of handling specialty items, including oversized furniture, antiques, artwork, pianos, etc. Whatever the scope of your move, our team will build a plan around your requirements and preferences.

You can get a free quote online or speak directly to our team by calling us at (617) 208-4040 to get started.